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Trains from Porthmadog (PTM) to Colchester (COL)

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5

train journeys
per day

223

miles (360 kms)

7hrs 43 mins

fastest journey

07:47 / 22:35

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

1

route

Trains from Porthmadog (PTM) to Colchester (COL)

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On a typical weekday there are 5 scheduled rail journeys between Porthmadog and Colchester , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 5 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Porthmadog to Colchester is approximately 223 miles (360 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 8hrs 45 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Porthmadog and Colchester.

There are 1 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Porthmadog to Colchester. The fastest journey time on this route takes 7hrs 43 mins.

Journeys from Porthmadog to Colchester Today

  • Mon 29th Apr
    07:47
    7 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:45
    Porthmadog
    Colchester
    Porthmadog to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    09:57
    8 hrs 3 changes
    17:57
    Porthmadog
    Colchester
    Porthmadog to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    12:01
    7 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    19:46
    Porthmadog
    Colchester
    Porthmadog to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    14:02
    7 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    21:45
    Porthmadog
    Colchester
    Porthmadog to Colchester
  • Mon 29th Apr
    18:06
    12 hrs 23 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Porthmadog
    Colchester
    Porthmadog to Colchester

About Porthmadog Station

Station name Porthmadog (PTM)
Address Porthmadog station, High Street, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9HT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Colchester Station

Station name Colchester (COL)
Address Colchester [North] station, Station Approach Road, Colchester, Essex, CO1 1XD
Managed by LE

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 22:00
Saturday 05:30 - 21:00
Sunday 06:00 - 21:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Porthmadog and Colchester

The travel time between Porthmadog and Colchester by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 8hrs 45 mins & the fastest journey takes 7hrs 43 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Porthmadog and Colchester vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 5 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 07:47, and the last train of the day leaves at 22:35.

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Amenities on trains between Porthmadog and Colchester can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Porthmadog & Colchester. owever, there are 5 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Abellio Greater Anglia, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Porthmadog and Colchester.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Porthmadog and Colchester, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.